Pet Aftercare in Singapore: A Complete Guide to Cremation, Costs, and Farewell Planning

If you've recently lost a beloved pet or are preparing for that difficult moment, you're not alone. Saying goodbye to a furry (or feathered) companion is never easy—but understanding your options can help make the process more manageable and meaningful. This guide serves as Singapore's most complete resource on pet cremation, costs, laws, memorial options, and grief support.

From selecting the right cremation type to creating a beautiful tribute to your pet, you'll find everything you need right here.

What is Pet Cremation?

Pet cremation is the most common and legal method for handling deceased pets in Singapore. It involves respectfully reducing the pet's body to ash, after which owners may keep, scatter, or memorialize the remains. It is available for dogs, cats, rabbits, birds, hamsters, and more.

For a full comparison of cremation types, visit our article: Pet Cremation & Burial in Singapore – Everything You Need to Know

Types of Pet Cremation in Singapore

1. Communal Cremation
  • Cremated with other animals
  • Ashes cannot be kept by owner
  • Cremation cannot be witnessed
Most Affordable Option - price ranges from $50 to $430
2. Individual Cremation
  • Cremated with other animals, but there is a partition
  • Partition ensures ashes can be kepy by the owner
  • Cremation cannot be witnessed
Mid-Affordability Option - price ranges from $90 to $777
3. Private Cremation
  • Cremated on their own
  • Cremation can be witnessed
  • Ashes cannot be kept by owner
  • Private ceremony can be conducted with family and friends before cremation
Least Affordable Option - price ranges from $168 to $800
Compare pet cremation services in Singapore by budget, location, and cremation type in our Pet Cremation Directory. You can also view a visual explanation of the differences between cremation types.

Legal Rules Around Pet Burial in Singapore

Wondering if you can bury your pet instead? Here's what Singapore law says:

  • Burial is only legal on private landed property.
  • HDBs, condos, and public spaces do not allow pet burial.
  • Small pets like birds, fish, or hamsters can be disposed of as general waste (wrapped properly).
  • Larger pets must be cremated under NEA guidelines.

Learn more in our guide: Pet Cremation & Burial in Singapore

What to Do With Your Pet's Ashes

After cremation, you have several meaningful options:

  • Keep the ashes in an urn at home (various sizes and designs available)
  • ‍Place them in a pet columbarium (with personalized niches)
  • Scatter at sea, a common option for communal cremations
  • Turn ashes into keepsakes: memorial stones, paw prints, or jewelry

Explore your options in our guide: 7 Meaningful Pet Memorial Ideas in Singapore

Pet Cremation Costs in Singapore

Cremation prices depend on:

  • Type of cremation (communal vs. private)
  • Size of your pet
  • Optional add-ons (urns, keepsakes, viewing rooms)
  • Price Range:
    •  Small pets: ~$50–$300
    • Medium to large dogs: ~$300–$800

Use our Directory to compare exact prices.

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Cremation prices depend on:

  • Do they offer all three cremation types?
  • Are transport and pick-up included?
  • Is there a viewing room or private farewell space?
  • What are the urn and memorial options?

Explore cremation providers by filters like:

  • Price
  • Location
  • Pet size
  • Viewing and memorial services‍